Galatians 5:13
You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.
Servitude is not a glamorous concept. Who in their right mind would sign up for a life of servitude? And yet that is what God has in mind for his people. God knows how service to others will bless us as well as the community around us.
Service is a great way to put aside our self-centeredness and notice how we are connected, even indebted, to others. When we start seeing the genuine needs of others, it deters our own sense of entitlement. None of us became the people we are alone, but by the sacrifice and investment of many others from our earliest years. And that doesn’t take into account what Christ has done for us.
Serving others not only reveals the bonds between us; it reflects the love of God. When we notice service to us, and when we serve others, we experience God’s grace. It points people to Christ. Jesus modeled grace that goes way beyond our understanding. He emptied himself for us, though we deserved nothing. His example calls us to “submit to one another out of reverence for Christ” (Ephesians 5:21). In our “me-first” culture, God calls us to put others first. What a challenge!
Are we looking out for others the way we look out for ourselves? Can we put their needs ahead of our own? How are you serving in your community?
Prayer
Lord, teach us how to serve one another. Help us to put the needs of others first, as you did for us. Show us ways to use our gifts to bless others. In Jesus name, Amen. From Our Daily Bread
Hi Everyone,
Mission First is a year-old tomorrow, May 1ST. So hard to believe. We have accomplished so much even during this Covid year. I am immensely grateful to all who help to make this possible. The dedicated volunteers who serve weekly, those who donate money, food, clothing and prayers, I can’t begin to thank you enough. We have developed some very meaningful community partnerships, and I’m very pleased with this outcome. My goal is to continue on the path of serving our Community per God’s plan at Mission First.
MF has a few needs, women’s size 7 underwear, adult size backpacks and the large 3 in 1 body wash (has shampoo, conditioner and body wash in the same bottle). Canned food items and any other food items (such as cereal, pasta & sauce) for in our 24/7 Food House. Thank you.
Have a good week!
Clare